There are so many ways to get around in the rainforest, especially in Costa Rica. It’s one of the original eco and adventure tourism destinations. You can hike, rappel, raft, cycle, climb, zip-line, kayak, spelunk, drive, paddle, ride an ATV or saddle up a horse. And I’m probably missing a few. Zooming on a zip-line It […]

It must have been something in the water. Since arriving home from Costa Rica, I’ve felt none of my usual back pain and I’m getting much better sleep. Theoretically a relaxing vacation anywhere could provide those benefits, but I swear I’ve never felt so healthy after a trip. Maybe I’m just old enough now to […]

Guatemala is such a treat for the senses. Pastel colonial buildings line the streets in Flores and Antigua. Vibrant textiles, brightly patterned traditional clothing and decorated buses present a swirl of colour. Markets and jungles are a cacophony of sounds and smells, and festivals bring even more sensory delights to the streets. Ancient civilization meets jungle